First published June 15, 2015. last updated April 15, 2025 for editorial improvements.
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Let’s be honest—I don’t go to the state fair for the rides, the games, or the crowds. I go for the deep-fried chaos. And nothing hits quite like a hot, crispy, melty Oreo straight outta the fryer. The cookie goes soft, the cream turns gooey, and the batter? Golden, puffy perfection. These are dangerously easy to make with pancake mix and Double Stuf Oreos, so you don’t have to wait for a once-a-year excuse. Just don’t push your luck with the oil—strain it, use it once or twice, then let it go before your cookies start tasting like regret.
🧾 Gather your ingredients: what you'll need
You'll also need oil for frying. If there are no peanut allergies then I suggest peanut oil - it can fry at a high heat without scorching. If you don't want to use peanut oil then use an all-purpose vegetable oil.
🔪 Step-by-step guide: instructions for success
- Preheat the oil in the fryer to 375F. Mix the egg, butter, vanilla, and pancake mix until smooth.
- Add the milk.
- Whisk until smooth.
- Dip a cookie in the batter, covering it completely.
- Remove it gently, letting extra batter drip off.
- Carefully slip it into the preheated oil and fry until golden on both sides.
- Remove.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Sprinkle with sugar and enjoy.
📖 Recipe
Deep Fried Oreos
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- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup pancake mix, you may need up to ⅓ cup more.
- 10 ounces Double Stuff Oreos
- Peanut oil for deep frying
- Sugar crystals for rolling the warm cookies in
Instructions
- Preheat the oil in the fryer to 375F.
- Mix the egg, milk, butter, vanilla, and pancake mix until smooth.
- Dip a cookie in the batter, covering it completely.
- Carefully slip it into the preheated oil.
- Fry until golden on both sides.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Roll in sugar, Confectioner's sugar, or sugar and cinnamon.
Notes
- Watch the video to see how thick the batter should be. You may need up to ⅓ cup more pancake mix.
- Don't overload the fryer. Just fry a couple at a time.
- I use peanut oil because it fries cleaner than most other oils and makes things light and crispy. If you have peanut allergies to deal with then any light vegetable oil is fine.
- Try all of the Oreo variations to see which are your favorite. I'm a classic gal, myself.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition information is estimated as a courtesy. If using for medical purposes, please verify information using your own nutritional calculator. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
This recipe has been tested several times. If you choose to use other ingredients, or change the technique in some way, the results may not be the same.
Marye's Tips
Keep small kids and pets out of the kitchen while you are frying - the hot oil can really injure you, your kiddo, or your pet if you stumble over someone in a crowded space. Don't overload the fryer, either. Just fry a couple at a time.
👩🍳 Let's answer those questions: FAQs
Have other questions? Ask me in the comments!
Peanut oil is my favorite if there are no allergies because it is light and it has a high smoke point. If you can't use that try a light vegetable oil.
Oreos themselves last a couple of weeks after opening (yeah right) but once you've made the fried Oreos you should eat them within a few hours max.
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Deep fried Oreos are one of those Texas State Fair foods that you can make at home if you start craving before the fair is even on the horizon. Just about now, the first of summer, I start thinking about all the food at the Fair in September. Sometimes I think about it way too much.
These are not in any way, shape, or form anything that could be called healthy. They are grease and sugar held together with cholesterol and calories.
It's one of those things you have to eat just as they come out of the fryer, though. You can't save them for later.
These fried cookies are addictive, y'all. Once you try them and see how easy they are you'll totally be hooked.
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Brian says
I made these yesterday for the first time . They were amazing , but I did have to tweak the recipe a little bit due to the mixture being too runny . My girl loved them definitely will make.again.
Kat says
These were fantastic. Better than the fair because they’re homemade. I did add 1/3 cup more pancake mix because the batter was too thin.
Aiden Chambers says
This batter was runny, and when it went in the fryer, it came right off. Tasted okay but nowhere near as good as others. 2/10 do not make this unless you want to waste a bunch of ingredients.
Beth says
My son and I LOVE fried oreos. I can't wait for him to get out of school so we can make some.
Terri Crews says
I really love the birthday cake Oreos fried almost better than regular double stuff. Try them all and suffer with a sugar coma!
Marye Audet says
Oh, that does sound good.
Amber | Caleigh's Kitchen says
These are always one of my favorite things at the Texas state fair!! SOO GOOD. Would love it if you would come share at my link party!
GiGi Eats says
Never in my life have I ever had something like this - OH MAN that looks so friggin' amazing!